Administration Officer Level 7

Department of Health; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 326 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Gauteng seeks a candidate for a Risk Management position. The ideal applicant has a National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Risk Management/Internal Audit, accompanied by 1-2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include facilitating risk assessments, managing the risk register, and providing training on risk management strategies. Knowledge of public sector risk frameworks and excellent communication skills are essential. Applications must be submitted online by 3 February 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or Internal Audit with 1-2 years relevant experience.
• Grade 12 with 10 years relevant experience in Risk Management or Internal Audit.
• Knowledge of Public Sector Risk Management Framework, COSO Standards, ISO 31000.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the risk management assessment process.
• Compile risk register and mitigation plans.
• Provide risk management report to management quarterly.
• Develop and review risk management policies and strategies.
• Provide training and awareness of risk management.

Skills

Risk Management Knowledge

Internal Audit Knowledge

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Education

National Diploma NQF 6/7 or Bachelor's in Risk Management/Internal Audit

Grade 12 with 10 years experience

Job description

• Reference Number : refs/035099
• Directorate : Finance
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 325 101.00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms S Mokoena Tel: [phone]

Requirements

• National Diploma NQF 6/7 Bachelor's degree in Risk Management or Internal Audit with 1-2 years relevant experience (completion of Internship programme in Risk Management/Internal Audit will serve as an added advantage or Grade 12 with 10 years relevant experience in Risk Management or Internal Audit. Knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Risk Management Framework, COSO Standards, ISO 31000, Treasury Regulations and King IV . Computer literacy is essential, report writing and presentation skills, communication (verbal and non-verbal) skills.

Duties

• Facilitate the risk management assessment process. Compile risk register and mitigation plans. Follow up on implementation of mitigating action plans that were put in place to reduce the risk to acceptable level. Provide risk management report to management and risk management committee on quarterly basis. Follow up on a risk to an acceptable level. Ensure dissemination of risk management strategy and associated plans to employees. Ensure regular communications on outstanding items on the risk register. Develop, review, and monitor the implementation of risk management policies, strategies and implementation plans. Provide training, workshops, and awareness of risk management activities.

Notes

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Tambo Memorial Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged apply.

Employer

Department of Health

Closing Date

03-02-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have a Diploma/ Degree in Risk Management/ Internal Auditing with 1-2 years experience in the field or a Grade 12 with 10 years relevant experience in the field of Risk Management?

Do you have a knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Risk Management frameworks?

Please Notes

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.